I’ve replaced the 1/4lite rubber seals after having the frames on mine chromed.
It wasn’t especially hard but once renewed to shut the window takes some pushing and manipulating against the seal. Once shut properly there is no noise.
However, once opened again you have to go through the whole rigmarole of sealing. Perhaps as the seals get relaxed it will become easier.
I did, as Derek mentions, replace the mastic like substance under the front stainless plate and under the frame. You don’t need loads as once is secured tight it forms an effective seal.
Search ebay under Butyl sealing tape. I couldn’t find wider than 30mm so just laid two strips
side by side.
Russ
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